2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Suburban | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
